Lightning Policy
and Procedures

The referee, Field Monitor, Game Committee member and/or other official involved
with the Games will be aware of the possibility of lightning in the area.
Referees also are trained to count the seconds between seeing lightning and
hearing thunder. If this time is less than 30 seconds, the referee or other
official will immediately suspend the game and all persons should seek shelter
immediately. Activities may resume only when a Games official gives the go
ahead. In most cases, activities may be resumed when lightning or thunder has
NOT been observed for thirty minutes.

Areas considered safe

a.
Inside a fully enclosed metal vehicle with windows up

b.
Inside a substantial building (roof and four walls)

Unsafe Areas

a.
Small buildings including picnic shelters and the open area of a concession
stand